Guided Rock Climbing based in Asheville, NC.
Open Air Guides offers personalized rock climbing instruction and guided adventures in Asheville, NC and surrounding areas like Pisgah National Forest and Linville Gorge. Whether you're new to outdoor climbing or ready for multi-pitch, our AMGA-certified guides help you grow with confidence.
Connection with nature
Professional support
Incredible views
Train your body
Challenge your mind
Overcome yourself, one step at a time
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Adam
I went out with Trevor today for my first climb and had a blast. He made sure I was comfortable and taught me a lot along the way. At the end of it I can say I have way more confidence in my climbing ability than when I started. I’ll definitely book with Trevor again!
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Lizzie
"Our guide, Trevor, was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and just a great person to have around on some difficult outdoor climbs! He answered any questions we had about climbing, gear, safety, and walked us through a ton of interesting tips to enhance our overall experience on the day and in the future. I felt very comfortable climbing and coming down, even though it was my first time climbing outdoors. I will also add that it was really great to get the perspective of an experienced outdoor climbing pro about our own journey and goals for the sport."
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Nikki & Matt
"My husband and I went climbing with Trevor this past week at pilot mountain and if I could leave 10 stars I would!!! It was not only a good climbing experience overall but a great human experience. As new outdoor climbers Trevor not only equipped us with all the safety knowledge for my husband and I to feel safe climbing on our own in the future but the etiquette to feel comfortable at the crag. If we had trouble understanding something the first time, he had multiple other explanations for all learning styles. He was not only an amazing teacher, but an amazing climbing partner as well. We will be booking with him again in the near future."
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Samantha
"We had an amazing day climbing with Trevor. We felt we were in really great, confident hands and had a ton of fun. We climbed a few different routes, which were increasingly challenging and Trevor maintained a perfect balance of giving us tips when we needed them but also knowing when to let us figure things out on our own."
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Melissa
Description "We had a great experience with Trevor Curran! We were able to work on all the things we wanted to and enjoy some climbing outside. Trevor is very personable, easy to understand, keeps you safe and keeps the day moving. I’d recommend taking time to train with him no matter what level you’re at and you’re sure to have a great time and come out a better climber!"goes here
Open Air Guides is permitted and/or has permission to operate in Pisgah National Forest, Big Rock SC, Hidden Valley VA, and NC State Parks.
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